| name | nerve_bridge |
| description | Bi-directional control of Trae via macOS AppleScript with built-in feedback mechanism. Use when needing to execute code/commands in Trae IDE and wait for completion confirmation. |
| metadata | {"openclaw":{"emoji":"⚡️","requires":{"bins":["python3","osascript"]},"install":[{"id":"system","kind":"system","label":"macOS System Environment","description":"Depends on system Python and AppleScript. No extra installation required."}]}} |
Nerve Bridge (v2)
Direct neural link to Trae with closed-loop feedback via macOS AppleScript.
Quick Start
Send instruction and wait for confirmation:
python3 nerve_bridge.py "<instruction>"
Example:
python3 nerve_bridge.py "Create a new Python file and add a simple 'Hello World' function. After creating, add a print statement to test it."
How It Works
-
Signal Injection:
- Payload is copied to system clipboard via
pbcopy
- AppleScript activates Trae and simulates: Space (wake) → Delete → Cmd+V → Enter
-
Feedback Loop:
- Instruction must include a Python hook that writes to
~/.openclaw/workspace/trae_feedback.json when done
- Script waits up to 5 minutes (300 seconds) for the signal file
- Returns JSON feedback when received
Required Hook Pattern
When crafting instructions, include this pattern at the end:
import json, time
with open("~/.openclaw/workspace/trae_feedback.json", "w") as f:
json.dump({"status": "success", "timestamp": time.time()}, f)
Environment
- Platform: macOS only
- Dependencies: System Python (
python3), AppleScript (osascript)
- Permissions: System Events and Terminal must have "Accessibility" permissions
- Output File:
~/.openclaw/workspace/trae_feedback.json (created by the script)
Troubleshooting
- No output from Trae: Check if Trae window is active and input is focused
- Timeout: Trae didn't complete within 5 minutes
- Permission denied: macOS may need to grant Terminal System Events permission
